ISR/UAS test & evaluation and industrial supply for federal buyers
A service-disabled veteran-owned small business in Ramona, California, led by a 20-year Air Force MQ-9 sensor operator, instructor, evaluator, and developmental tester.
Reliable support. Proven results.
What we do
We source, quote, and deliver brand-name and brand-name-or-equal equipment on tight timelines, and bring operator-level ISR/UAS expertise to the programs that need it.
Industrial supplies & equipment
Direct manufacturer and distributor relationships, competitive quoting, and full compliance support for set-aside and sole-source procurement.
- Welding equipment and consumablesWelders, bore welders, wire, rod, gases, and accessories.
- Shop, heavy, and field equipmentIndustrial machinery, brand-name equipment, shelters, power distribution, and lighting.
- MRO and safety suppliesAbrasives, cutting tools, fasteners, PPE, and maintenance supplies.
- Logistics and deliveryTransportation, inventory coordination, site staging, and equipment handoff at federal facilities nationwide.
- Compliance and contract administrationBuy American Act / DFARS 252.225-7001 certification, nonmanufacturer rule analysis, and SDVOSB set-aside compliance.
ISR/UAS test & evaluation
Operator-level expertise for programs fielding, testing, or training on unmanned and ISR systems.
- Test planning and executionDevelopmental and operational test support for UAS platforms and payloads.
- Sensor and payload evaluationHands-on assessment from someone who has operated the sensors in the mission.
- Training and evaluationCurriculum review, instructor support, and aircrew evaluation experience.
- Program and acquisition supportManagement and technical consulting for ISR/UAS efforts.
Why Gold Ranch Ventures
GRV was founded by Brian Hudson, a retired Air Force Senior Master Sergeant with 20 years of service. He operated MQ-9 sensors, trained and evaluated aircrew, worked in developmental test, and started his career in Air Force Services supporting people and equipment in the field. Our team includes cleared personnel.
We translate operational requirements into accurate technical specifications: evaluating test equipment, sourcing specialized systems, and delivering industrial supplies with proven performance on DoD and federal contracts.
- Mission focusedWe understand agency timelines and deliver the equipment that keeps operations moving.
- Responsive and reliableFast quoting through an established dealer network, even on short response windows.
- Experienced teamBackground in federal contracting, logistics, operations, and flight test.
- Committed to qualitySafety, integrity, and attention to detail in every order.
Federal past performance
- U.S. Dept. of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation Three high-performance portable welder packs for infrastructure maintenance. $40,000+. All technical specs met. On-time delivery.
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Automatic bore welder machines, a precision-engineered bore welding system. $30,000+. Delivered 26 days ahead of schedule at best available price.
Company data
SBA-certified SDVOSB · CAGE 9TVQ4 · UEI KUQCT35U6PM5. Registered NAICS codes:
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